Ponoko is a web based, on-demand, manufacturer (the very abbreviated description). They offer a service to designers, (anyone really) that combines the infrastructure required to create objects, sell them, and even collaborate with others within their own community.

While I really like the idea and have considered using the site from time to time, the aspects I find most interesting and informative at the moment are the instructional blog articles. They are written in such a way that anyone can understand the ideas, yet they contain really useful tips on a range of subjects such as web based selling, production tolerances and general design ideas.

Sunday, September 7, 2008

I was down in McLaren Vale yesterday tasting a variety of the local grape juices and while we found some great wines, the highlight was found over lunch in the form of Vale Ale. This is a great tasting locally produced pale ale, but the element that really made it stand out to me was the fantastically crisp and classy packaging design.

Friday, September 5, 2008

I've never been a skater, my un-powered transport always being two wheeled, but I've always been a keen observer from the sidelines. This is a skate video like I've never seen, every element is different, the music, the tricks, the shooting. The chain grind is certainly a highlight.